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Susuru

4.4 (1.2k reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Chicken breast with wasabi - 4.60
Arun K.

I got so lucky again. I wanted to do on a Saturday night. I arrived around 730ish, and got lucky to find parking. When I arrived, I was told there was a bar seating in 10 minutes, which I took. I scanned the menu and had to have the old fashioned again (12 dollars). It was a great deal as it was boozy for me to stay happy for a while. For dinner, I splurged with the miso lamb (26 dollars) and chicken breast and thigh skewers (4.6 dollars each). All the meats were perfectly grilled and tender. The miso paste was perfect with the lamb, and the chimichurri sauce made it more flavorful. There were micro greens and potatoes for the vegetables. The wasabi topping on the chicken was very nice and brought the kick needed. I don't know if it was real wasabi, but it was still good. For dessert, the matcha tiramisu (8 dollars) was earthy and light, and the green tea was a nice gesture. The service was attentive and nice. My bartender made a great drink and the whole staff took great care of us. The vibe is still very nice, with lots of Japanese nostalgia displayed. The bar area has a nice open kitchen to watch the action as well. Music looks to be Japanese pop or anime. Parking can be difficult, and the wait times can get long, so bring your patience as it is well worth it! This is still a wonderful Japanese restaurant for bar food. No wonder it still gets crowded, especially on a Saturday night. I really need to visit their sister restaurant, Juju, as well. They are a similar concept with excellent food and drinks too! Overall: A

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Julyana T.

Overall we enjoyed the foods we ordered. The izakaya skewers and grilled items are great! Their ramen noodles are rated undercooked - not necessarily in a bad way - it's just not as soft as other places but I actually prefer my noodles a bit undercooked. The tonkotsu black are strongly flavored - lots of bamboo shoots. It is my least favorite. Miso lamb comes with chimichurri that's just out of this world. We had to wait for about 30 mins, but the are lots of benches outside so the wait wasn't too bad.

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Kate A.

I was in town for a work conference and ended up meeting up with one of my friends who also happens to be Yelp elite. She recommended this place and it was close to where I was staying so it sounded like a good deal. I got there just as they were opening around 5 PM and was seated promptly. The decor inside is very cool. I love the chairs and all of the Japanese influence. We had so many delicious bites from the skirt steak to the fried chicken. Everything had great flavor and texture. The Sapporo's were nice and cold and cheap. I did try one of the fancy drinks the Godzilla and it was yummy. As we were leaving this place was starting to get packed on a weekday which is a good sign to me. If you plan on coming here, definitely make sure you come with time so you can get yourself a nice table and enjoy some great food.

Estela J.

Susuru had some highs and lows for me. The vegan ramen was really good, and I loved the matcha cheesecake. Some of the side dishes were way too spicy for my taste, and when I asked if they could remake them, the response wasn't the nicest. The wait was also pretty long and the seating wasn't very comfortable, but overall the food itself was solid.

Yakitori  Wings, pork belly, chicken thigh, heart. All taste amazing
Maryvan N.

Good food, plenty of parking, may have long wait. The ramen was missing a hint of savory, it just needed a little bit of something more. Will be returning back

Chicken skin, beef tongue, Brussel sprouts
Roselyn D.

Very cute izakaya! Only 20 min wait on a Tuesday night around 9pm, was totally worth it! Our favorite dish was the mentaiko fries, and we loved the matcha tiramisu. The chicken oyster and chicken thigh skewers were very tender too! For cocktails, we got the yuzu lemonado and a beer, the beer was good, also yuzu, but I think I will pass next time on the yuzu lemonado. I think the other skewers like the shiitake, and Brussels sprouts were just alright, but would definitely come back for the mentaiko fries and matcha tiramisu!

Spicy peanut based ramen
Jeff Y.

I enjoyed this ramen place a lot. The flavors were 7-8 out of 10 for me but the service was 10/10. What I would say that separates this place from other Ramen places is the simplicity and the ambience. But I do have to say the service was excellent and a "never let your cup go empty" kind of place. The desserts were a bit limited but all were delicious!

Skirt steak kebab. Brussels sprout kebab. Chicken and green onion kebab. Plain udon noodle, size of truffle sauce and aioli
Taylor M.

Immediate vibe as soon as you walk in the door. We got lucky with no wait on a Thursday evening at 6 pm, but otherwise come early. Worth the wait! Great price, great flavor. Will be back

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Wilfredo M.

After leaving Player 1 Video Game Bar earlier than expected, my girlfriend and I decided to stop by Susuru for a late bite. It ended up being a great decision. We started by sharing a drink that came in a cool fishbowl-style cup, which was a fun way to kick things off. For appetizers, we ordered a few skewers that were really good and full of flavor. One of the highlights was the fries topped with seaweed and a special sauce, they were honestly amazing, and we pretty much devoured them right away. We also tried a fried mochi with bacon. It was definitely interesting with its sweet and savory mix. A little unusual, but still good and worth trying if you like unique flavors. For our main dishes, we both ordered ramen. By the time it arrived we had already filled up on appetizers, so we ended up taking most of it home, but the ramen itself was still really good. To top things off, the staff gave us a free mini matcha cake, which was a nice surprise. I enjoyed it, although my girlfriend is a bit picky with desserts. The restaurant itself also had a really cool vibe with vintage figures and decorations that added a lot of personality to the space. Final Thoughts: Great food, fun atmosphere, and a solid ramen spot overall. I'd definitely come back again

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Ben M.

SUSURU is a great place to not only enjoy delicious Japanese bites, but a fantastic environment that immerses you the moment you enter. The staff have always been friendly and efficient, their menu offers a little something for everyone as well. Even for picky eaters as there are some basic rice offerings or a variety of sticks. It's also a good option for people wanting to try something that is not standard Japanese fare offered at many restaurants. If you're in the mood for Japanese food, or seeking a great late night bite option that isn't bar food or chain, you'll enjoy your visit here!

Luke A.

Rounded up from 3.5 stars. We were sat at a table in the middle of the room. It's a bit loud in the restaurant and it wasn't the most comfortable place to sit being surrounded by noise. We really like the small plate concept so that you try several plates in one sitting. They were out of several menus items that we were hoping to try but we were able to find enough to make a meal out of what was available. Lastly our server just seemed like she didn't want to be there. I don't know what she had going on but it just doesn't make the experience super enjoyable with an unenthusiastic server.

Van D.

Susuru never disappoints! Been going here for years and every time, it hits the spot. The team there always serves up delicious skewers (my favorite the beef tongue) and unique cocktails (get the astroboy!) I've tried pretty much everything on their menu and I recommend: hamachi Kama, fries, karaage, any specials they may have, beef tenderloin, chicken thigh, and pork belly! You may might have to wait since this place is awesome and it can get busy around dinner time, but believe me when I say it's worth the wait!

Momo Yakitori (chicken thigh)
Stephanie G.

I remember reading somewhere that Susuru felt like a Michelin star experience without the Michelin prices, and I couldn't agree more. Orlando has a small collection of these incredible Asian tapas places which warm the heart and feed the soul, and Susuru is now my favorite of those places. First impressions- the inside of Susuru is so damn charming. You really feel like you've been transported to a delightful restaurant you'd find in Japan. The atmosphere is fun but not crazy by any means. The restaurant was full with a 10 minute wait, and I believe that was late on a Wednesday night... I have friends that went back to Susuru and said that they waited over an hour on a Saturday night (they spent the hour at the Axe-Throwing tiki bar a few shops away). I don't believe they take reservations, so if you don't want to wait a while, make sure you go on a weeknight! Also, parking is plentiful, free, and not an issue. My buddy that I went with wanted to splurge and have a sort of Top Chef-fy experience, so she ordered way more than 2 people have any business ordering. Zero complaints, because we had a blast... and we found it pretty affordable considering how much we ordered. THE GOODS: 1) Tonkotsu Ramen- her and I were both craving ramen, so we started off with it. Ugh. Delicious. I got the regular Tonkotsu, and she got the Tonkotus Black (the only difference is the black garlic oil). We both loveddd it. And honestly, it was even more delicious the next day when we had the leftovers for a hearty lunch. The noodles and broth were great; and the egg was yummy (my favorite soft boiled egg in town is still Domu's East End location's bruléed soil boiled egg). I'd order the ramen again. 2) Chicken Karaage- perfectly battered and fried. Sometimes, I feel like karaage is over-battered and so crispy that it hurts your mouth when you're crunchy down on it... This had the ideal crunch with tender pieces of chicken inside. And the yuzu mayo was a great complement to the dish. 3) Mentaiko Fries- I felt like the more I had these, the more I liked them. I'm a big fan of putting roe on more food items, so I loved the idea of making a spicy mayo with roe. The fries were crunchy and went so well with the roe mayo. Thumbs up. 4) Susuru Gohan- this was a nice dish. I liked that it was pretty simple and a nice addition to the rest of the meal. I'd think of it as ordering a flavorful side of rice rather than an appetizer or dish on its own. 5) Momo (Yakitori)- this was good. Not super memorable... but tasty. I've had better chicken thigh yakitori. I'd probably order something else to try something new next time. 6) Beef Tongue (Kushiyaki)- OH MY. Hands down, my favoriteee bite of the whole experience... and quite honestly my favorite bite I've had of something in a while. The beef tongue quite literally melts in your mouth. Ughhh what a savory and delicious bite. I could have this every single day of my life and never get tired of it. I am salivating just thinking about it. 7) Matcha Tira-Masu- While the matcha tira-masu was tasty, I went into dessert thinking this was going to be my #1 dessert... but I actually liked the Ube soft serve more. This tasted more along the lines of a very light cheesecake dusted in matcha. I love how it was served- it was a beautiful dish. 8) Soft Serve (Ube)- this was great and was surprised by it. It felt like a much lighter ice cream, and wasn't heavy or super creamy. It reminded me more of an asian shaved ice (like at Saigon Snow at Mills Market). The ube flavor was delightful and wasn't overpoweringly sweet as it often is. Be mindful that the flavors vary- a friend of mine that returned to Susuru LOVED this ube soft serve when we had it but didn't like the new flavor she had when she returned (she couldn't remember what it was, maybe a vanilla?). Overall, I absolutely loveddd my experience at Susuru. I even bought one of their t-shirts so I can get 10% off every time I return, lmao. I now tell everyone and their mothers about how great this place is. I wish it was closer to me- but I'll have to plan a Disney + Susuru trip on that side of town soon just to experience my favorites all over again (and try some new bites)! I definitely recommend coming here!!

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Great food! Great service! Nice scenery! Enjoyable experience, drove out of the way to try this place and it was worth it.

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Vegan options for non fish eaters?

Yes there were several vegetarian/vegan options. I tried a few and they were quite delicious.

Are you open on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?

Do they do takeout?

No they do not.

Do they have high chairs?

They do! By the bar area.

Do they take reservations?

They didn't use to, but they do take your name and you can see where you are on a website

Do you accept reservation for large group?

Do you still have happy hour?

No happy hour from what I have seen from the original menus.

Gluten free options or menu?

Yes. and they have Tamari Soy sauce. Just some items may not be available, depending on if prefabbed or not. Just ask your server. At the event I went to, one of my tablemates was Gluten free and they were able to accommodate her.

Are they Pet friendly?

only service animals

Are there vegetarian options? Question answered! They have vegan ramen that isn't on the menu! We ordered ramen and skewers, lotus chips, radish salad w/out fish/meat. Just ask! Cool space, cool staff. Will be back w/veg + carnivore friends!

Some of my friends ordered vegetarian ramen before (by request). They said the vegan ramen tasted really good.

Do they take reservations?

We do not take reservations. I recommend calling ahead for estimated wait times!

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Updated review since we just went again last night. There…read morewas a long line outside, but it moved at a decent pace. The staff was all friendly and still super knowledgeable. This time I was very underwhelmed by the food. The ribs were tough and chewy. They did not fall off the bone at all. The brisket was also tough and chewy. I'm not sure if it's because we went later in the evening this time instead of lunch, but the food was not worth the price paid. The sides were still delicious thankfully.

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